November 1 - 30, 2026: Issue 660

 

Spring in Pittwater Is Touchy Footy Time at Avalon Bulldogs JRLFC: Call out for Volunteers for 2027 - AGM will be held Tuesday November 24

Spring in Pittwater is Touch Footy time at Avalon Bulldogs JRLFC, bringing together young families on Hitchcock Park for some fun and connection.

This week the Club has put out a call for people for 2027, stating:

''The Avalon Bulldogs are gearing up for another big season, and we want YOU to be part of it!

Our club is built on the dedication of our incredible volunteers, and we’re always looking for new faces, fresh ideas and helping hands to keep the Doggies going strong.

Whether you’ve got a little time or a lot, there’s a place for everyone. You don’t need experience, just a willingness to get involved and be part of something special!

Committee Nominations Close: Wednesday 18 November

Email: president@avalonbulldogs.com.au | secretary@avalonbulldogs.com.au

Annual General Meeting: Tuesday 24 November, 7:00 PM

Avalon Bulldogs Clubhouse, Hitchcock Park

Every little bit counts, and many hands make light work!

Our club. Our community. Our Bulldogs.''

2027 Club Roles:

Canteen and Organising Crew at Touch Oct. 23 2026

BBQ Crew at Touch Oct. 23 2026

Drinks and Organising Crew at Touch Oct. 23 2026

A Grade Coach: Max Girdler

The Doggies announced long-term stalwart Max Girdler as their 2027 A-Grade coach on Thursday October 22.

''A massive part of our recent success, Max knows what it means to wear the Bulldogs jersey and what it takes to win.''

With two premierships under our belt, we’re looking to build on that success and make 2027 another huge year at Hitchy!'' the Doggies team said

2025 and 2026 Seasons coach Haig Sare is keen to have more time with his family, but will still be around to support the club in its 2027 Season.

2027 PRE-SEASON — LET’S GET MOVING!
''We’re looking to get the boys together for a few early runs on 3rd, 10th and 12th December to blow out the cobwebs, build some fitness and start getting a feel for our Gold and Bronze sides heading into next season.

Whether you’re a returning player or someone keen to get involved, we’d love to see you down there.

It’s all about getting the boys together early, building some momentum and setting ourselves up for another big year.''

Keep up to date and get in contact via the Avalon Bulldogs website and their Instagram page.

Avalon Bulldogs Celebratory Profile on their 2026 Premiership - Avalon Bulldogs Win Back-To-Back Premierships - shares a little insight into what a Season with the Doggies is about.

The boys after their 2026 Grand Final win
Max in action during the 2025 Season

Haig Sare at Touch Footy, Oct. 23 2026 - still part of the Doggies Family

The Bulldogs are also supporting Girls Tackle in 2017, having been, through the initiative of Jazmin Ball, among the first clubs on the peninsula to introduce Girls Touch Rugby league.

With so many girls and young women enjoying their footy, the discussion over the past few years has been to continue developing this passion for the sport and let that evolve.

Details are: 

Manly Warringah District Junior Rugby League Girls Tackle 2027 EOI

Any girls interested in playing tackle in 2027 season?  Register your interest (Expression of Interest) through the form -  HERE

The EOI closes today, November 1 2026.

Touch Footy time at Hitchy

Hitchcock and Careel Bay fields are the place the Avalon Bulldogs Touchy Footy games take place every October through to mid December each year. With Age Groups from Under 6's through to Under 16's, and some slightly bigger youngsters as referees, the touch footy games are a great way for the players to have fun after school and set themselves up for a great weekend.

They're also a great way for their parents to wind down after a hard week's work and connect with each other. A spirit of connection across the generations sees young mums and dads and grandparents enjoying watching their youngsters having fun while they get some time to catch up too.

The fields are filled with 'besties' and extended 'besties' that form their team. 

Touch Football is a variant of Rugby League, where the tackle is replaced by a touch, making it a low-contact game.

You can only pass backwards. If you get touched with the ball, you have to put the ball on the ground and step over it. The person who collects the ball, known as the 'dummy half', should try to offload quickly because they're not allowed to get touched or score.

Everyone can play Touch Football, that's why it's Australia's largest social sport. 

The games commence at 4.30 each Friday afternoon and run through to around 7.30pm, filling the valley beside Careel Bay with the sound of hundreds of children laughing in play - easily one of the best sounds anyone gets to hear. 

The names of the teams are just brilliant too - some examples from Friday afternoon, October 23, of that great Doggies spirit -;